Beyond Bricks With Kevin Stewart

About Beyond Bricks With Kevin Stewart

Join us on a journey of personal and professional development with "Beyond Bricks" a podcast where we delve into the intricacies of life, the essence of leadership, and the dynamics of the real estate industry. Hosted by Kevin Stewart, this podcast is a treasure trove of wisdom, insights, and inspiring stories gathered from years of experience and learning. Through candid conversations, interviews, and reflections, we explore the transformative power of shared experiences and lessons learned.

Publisher

Kevin Stewart

Category

business · education

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

20 Feb 2025

Latest episode

29 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

48 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   29 Oct 2026

   Paul Davis: Life After the NBA, Tom Izzo & the Power of Failure | Beyond Bricks

   What happens when you've achieved the dream you've chased your entire life? And what happens when that chapter ends? In this episode of **Beyond Bricks**, host Kevin Stewart sits down with longtime friend, Michigan State basketball standout, and former NBA first-round draft pick **Paul Davis** for a conversation that goes far beyond basketball. From growing up in Rochester, Michigan, to becoming Michigan's Mr. Basketball, playing for legendary coach Tom Izzo at Michigan State, and reaching the NBA, Paul shares the experiences that shaped his perspective on success, failure, responsibility, and purpose. Together, Kevin and Paul explore: - What it takes to pursue a dream when the odds are against you. - The lessons Paul learned playing for Tom Izzo. - The pressure of being a highly recruited basketball player. - Why failure is essential to personal growth. - The responsibility athletes have to the next generation. - How small decisions create lasting impact. - Why your greatest contribution might still be ahead of you. This isn't just a basketball story. It's a conversation about becoming the person you were meant to be. **ABOUT BEYOND BRICKS** Hosted by Kevin Stewart, Beyond Bricks explores the people, experiences, and defining moments behind the stories we see on the surface. Because your story matters. **JOIN THE CONVERSATION** What's one failure that ultimately helped you grow? Share your experience in the comments. If this conversation encouraged you, like the video, subscribe to Beyond Bricks, and share this episode with someone who needs to hear it. #beyondbricks #pauldavis #michiganstate #tomizzo #msubasketball #nba #personalgrowth #leadership #successmindset #lifelessons 00:00 Meet Paul Davis 02:57 Michigan State, Tom Izzo & the Spartan legacy 05:07 From Rochester to Mr. Basketball and the NBA 08:43 The power of pursuing a dream 09:54 When basketball became the goal 13:04 The influence of his father and Tom Izzo 16:00 Why small decisions matter 19:03 Success is the journey, not the destination 22:00 Life after professional basketball 25:00 Redefining priorities beyond sports 28:00 Why athletes need help transitioning 31:01 Role models and the next generation 34:01 The responsibility of influence 36:49 Learning through failure 38:11 The Man in the Arena 41:12 Living without regret 42:26 Changing your world 45:04 Small interactions, lasting impact 48:08 Consistency, progress and courage 49:35 Final reflections and encouragement

2. 

   22 Oct 2026

   Your Story Matters More Than You Think | Beyond Bricks S4E2

   What if the most important thing about your life isn't what you do, but what you were made to do? Welcome to Season 4, Episode 2 of Beyond Bricks! Host Kevin Stewart sits down with longtime friend, creative storyteller, and Good Stories Co. founder EJ Swanson for an honest conversation about purpose, storytelling, relationships, and leaving a lasting impact. Together, they explore why meaningful stories matter more than simply creating content, how our careers can become pathways to something greater, and why ordinary people often have extraordinary stories waiting to be discovered. From building businesses and discovering purpose to capturing meaningful moments with family, this conversation is a reminder that your story has value, even when you don't recognize it yourself. In this episode: Why connection matters more than content Discovering the stories already around us Finding what you were made to do Building a legacy beyond your career Helping people feel seen and valued Why sharing your story could encourage someone else Here's our challenge: Your story matters. The good, the difficult, the victories, and the struggles. We want to hear it. If you have a story worth sharing, reach out and start the conversation. Subscribe to Beyond Bricks for more conversations about people, purpose, relationships, and the stories that shape our lives. #beyondbricks #storytelling #purpose #legacy #goodstoriesco 00:00 Introduction to Season 4 02:18 The Power of Honest Feedback 05:35 From Creating Content to Telling Stories 08:21 Why Meaning Matters More Than Posting 11:23 Discovering the Stories Around Us 13:47 An Invitation to Share Your Story 15:50 Curiosity Creates Connection 18:05 Making People Feel Seen 24:50 Finding Value in Every Story 26:58 Purpose Beyond Your Profession 29:36 What You Do vs. What You Were Made to Do 33:28 Building a Legacy That Lasts 35:37 A Bigger Vision for Storytelling 37:30 Family, Cycling, and Capturing Moments 40:46 The Journey Ahead 41:05 Your Story Deserves to Be Heard 42:44 Closing

3. 

   15 Oct 2026

   Everyone Has a Story. It's Time We Listen. | Beyond Bricks S4E1

   What if the most powerful story you've ever heard belongs to someone you've already met? Welcome to Season 4 of Beyond Bricks! This season, we're doing something different. Less talking. More listening. Behind every successful person is a struggle you may never see. Behind every confident face is a story you may never hear. And sometimes, the quietest person in the room has the most incredible story to tell. We're exploring the failures, turning points, relationships, and experiences that shape who we become. Because everybody has a story. And your story matters. THIS SEASON, WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU. Have a story worth sharing? We'd love to sit down, have a conversation, and discover it together. Drop a comment or send us a message. You might just be our next guest. Subscribe to Beyond Bricks and join us for a season built around curiosity, connection, and meaningful conversations. Your story matters. The world needs you. #beyondbricks #yourstorymatters #storytelling #humanconnection #podcast 00:00 Welcome to Season 4 00:23 Less Talking, More Listening 01:17 Discovering the Stories Behind People 03:09 Why Your Story Matters 04:09 Everybody Has a Story 04:56 Curiosity Uncovers Stories 05:28 How Stories Connect Us 06:43 The Best Stories Aren't Always About Success 08:11 Our Scars Tell Powerful Stories 08:38 Why We Need to Listen More 10:09 An Invitation to Share Your Story 11:08 Why Does the World Need You? 11:47 Join the Conversation

Who has been a guest on Beyond Bricks With Kevin Stewart

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• EJ Swanson
• James Taveggia
• Molly Winget
• Trevor
• Nancy Salvia

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

3 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 10 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

7

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

32